This clue appeared in the NYT Crossword on Monday, June 22, 2026 (18 Down). The answer is hidden below until you want it. Monday puzzles are the easiest of the week, so the clue is likely a plain definition.
Answer length: 3 squares
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SAM as a word: A diminutive of the male given names Samuel or Samson; A diminutive of the female given name Samantha.
SAM has been an answer 6 times in the NYT Crossword and Mini since April 19, 2026.
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